Grilled Perch: A Finnish Summer Staple (this is one version of fish cock) / Wild Food from
Finland

Wild Food from Finland
Wild food – berries, mushrooms, wild herbs and vegetables as well as
fish, game and reindeer – is derived straight from Arctic Finnish
nature.

Grilled or charcoal-grilled perch are a true classic in Finnish summer cuisine. They are easy to prepare, flavorful, and perfect as a main course for a summer meal. Perch can be served with a variety of side dishes, such as potato salad, roasted potatoes, or grilled vegetables.

Here is a recipe for grilled perch:

Ingredients:

• 4 serving-sized perch
• ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Scale and gut the perch. Season the perch with salt and place the fish in a grill basket. Cook the perch on a grill, open fire, or charcoal grill.

2. Brush the cooked perch with oil dressing.

3. Serve the grilled perch with potato salad or potatoes.

Tips:

• You can marinate the perch in advance for extra flavor.
• If you are grilling the perch in a foil pan, add a little water or lemon juice to the pan to keep the fish moist.
• You can also grill other vegetables with the perch, such as peppers, onions, or zucchini.
• Perch are also well-suited for baking in the oven. Bake the perch at 200 degrees Celsius for about 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Enjoy your delicious grilled perch!